A Compilation of various articles

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Vol.1 Volume 1, Issue 1 - A Compilation of Various Articles

MJNM Admin (Author)

This is a compilation of the articles published in volume 1, issue 1 of the Malawi Journal of nursing and Midwifery on 31st August, 2026.

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Exploring factors affecting early initiation of breastfeeding in Phalombe District Health facility, Malawi.

Ellen Kazembe Crusoe, Dr. Tiwonge Mbeya Munkhondya, Professor Angela Chimwaza (Author)

Introduction

Initiation of breastfeeding within one hour after birth is the recommended breastfeeding practice endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO) for its benefits to the baby.  Despite the many benefits of EIBF, its practice in Malawi is sub-optimal as 40% of newborns are not initiated on breastfeeding wh...

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Implementing and Evaluating Ward Cleanliness in an Acute Care Setting at a Referral Hospital: an Evidence-based Practice Project

Chimwemwe Mula, Dr. Belinda Gombachika (Author)

Introduction
Environmental cleanliness is important for controlling infection. A male medical ward was identified to implement best practice for ward cleaning. The interventions were based on the WHO guidelines and focused on cleaning ward surfaces, sluice room, toilets and equipment.

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Integrating Midwife-Led Basic Obstetric Ultrasound Scanning into Antenatal Services at Ndirande Health Centre in Blantyre, Malawi

Jacqueline Kolove, Dr. Patrick Mapulanga, Professor Ellen Chirwa (Author)

Background: Access to basic obstetric ultrasound scanning is essential for improving maternal and neonatal out comes; however, it remains limited in low-resource settings. Integrating mid wife-led ultrasound scanning into ante natal care (ANC) services enhance the early detection of complications and improve maternal health o...

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Midwifery care providers and women's perceptions regarding the dynamic birth positions at Ntcheu and St Gabriel hospitals in Malawi.

Jacueline Kolove, Dr Effie Chipeta, Bianca Kandeya (Author)

BACKGROUND

Dynamic birth positions involve various postures and movements during  labor and child birth. Allowing the birthing person to shift positions freely. Recognising their potential benefits, such as speeding up the labor process and reduced caesarian sections due to prolonged labor, Malawi<s ministry of health incorporated d...

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From Concession to Contract: Collective Bargaining  as the Engine for Health System Resilience in Malawi

Chifundo Colleta Zimba, PhD, GCGH, BCHN, RN, RM (Author)

Nurses and midwives form the primary foundation of healthcare delivery in Malawi, carrying out the majority of direct patient care across all levels of the health system. In rural areas—where over 80% of the national population resides—nurses and midwives account for over 90% of all frontline healthcare providers (ICAP, 2016). They serve as t...

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Strengthening Professional Regulation to Advance Nursing and Midwifery in Malawi: A Call for Collective Leadership

John Nkhondondianansi Nepiyala (Author)

The launch of the inaugural Malawi Nursing and Midwifery Journal marks an important milestone in our country's pursuit of excellence in nursing and midwifery. It provides a platform for scholarly discourse, innovation, evidence generation, and professional reflection. More importantly, it offers an opportunity to reaffirm the indispe...

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Message from the Chief Editor

Dr. Genesis Chorwe-Sungani (Author)

It is with immense pride, gratitude, and a deep sense of responsibility that I welcome you to the inaugural issue of the Malawi Journal of Nursing and Midwifery (MJNM). This milestone marks the beginning of an important journey towards advancing nursing and midwifery scholarship, promoting evidence-based practice, and strengthening health sys...

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The Transformative Power of Nursing  Research in Advancing Healthcare

Professor Ellen Chirwa (Author)

A dedication to evidence, innovation, and professional development in nursing practice is demonstrated by the establishment of the first nursing research journal, which signifies more than just the publication of academic work. Nursing research has become indispensable at a time when rising diseases, labor shortages, technology advancements, ...

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Message from the President of the National Organization of Nurses and Midwives of Malawi

Shouts M.G. Simeza (Author)

It gives me great honour and professional pride, on behalf of the National Organization of Nurses and Midwives of Malawi (NONM), and all the nursing and midwifery professionals in Malawi, to congratulate the editorial team, contributors, reviewers, and all stakeholders upon the launch of the inaugural issue of the Malawi Journal of Nursing an...

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Nurse Training in Malawi: Time to Shift from Numbers to Competence, Context and Career Pathways

Dr Belinda Gombachika (Author)

In Malawi, nursing is not just a profession; it is the health system. Nurses and midwives provide over 80% of direct clinical care, lead district health facilities, and are often the only health worker a community will ever see. How we train them, therefore determines the health of the nation. Over the last two decades, Malawi has made bold s...

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